Cologne to Leeds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

409.5 miles 659 km · straight line
552.5 miles actual route 889.2 km · driving distance
10h 5min estimated drive time
€95 - €117 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
302° WNW bearing direction

How far is Cologne from Leeds?

The distance from Cologne to Leeds is 409.5 miles (659 km) as the crow flies. Leeds is located WNW of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 552.5 miles, taking about 10h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Cologne is in Germany, while Leeds is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cologne and Leeds. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cologne to Leeds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 5min €95 - €117 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 6min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~9h 35min $66–$193* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cologne & Leeds

Quick Facts

Cologne
50.94°N, 6.96°E
Europe/Berlin
37m elevation
Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 137 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM